Volkswagen: Latest News
Volkswagen Golf R Officially Unleashed on the Frankfurt CrowdsSeptember 16, 2009 1:54:00 AM
VW's Golf R is now officially out for your eyes to feast on. Maximum power is 199kW while the DSG models can do 0 - 100 in 5.5 seconds. Orders can be placed in Germany from the end of the year.
Abt Presents VW Polo Tuning in FrankfurtSeptember 15, 2009 9:54:00 PM
Visitors to the 2009 IAA will be treated to this ABT Polo that's based on the new VW Polo hatch. Two engines were upgraded for more power while the exterior and interior were polished up.
VW E-Up! Concept RevealedSeptember 15, 2009 12:38:00 AM
This is the Volkswagen E-Up! Hours before its Frankfurt unveiling, we take the lid off this all-electric story.
VW L1 Concept Officially Revealed in DetailSeptember 14, 2009 9:38:00 PM
The VW L1 Concept car of 2002 is coming back to life for the Frankfurt Motor Show. The update seems to take advantage of newer technologies to help achieve that magical 1L/100km average fuel consumpti...
VW Golf R Uncovered Ahead of Frankfurt DebutSeptember 14, 2009 6:38:38 PM
The VW Golf R is probably at Frankfurt by now, waiting for its official unveiling. Powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine with 195kW, the range-topping 5-door hatch will also be available to US buyers.
Hofele Touareg Silk Way Rally 2009 Special EditionSeptember 14, 2009 4:08:38 PM
German tuner Hofele offers a rally edition of the VW Touareg with front ram and stainless-steel side steps. Also included is suspension lowering of up to 80 mm as well as engine tuning.
Porsche Panamera Platform to be Shared with Other VW Brands - reportSeptember 4, 2009 5:13:48 PM
VW has a host of luxury brands which could benefit from the Panamera platform including Audi, Bentley and Bugatti. Sources have said that the Panamera platform will not be shared with Lamborghini.
VW BlueMotion Polo, Golf and Passat Production Versions Debut in FrankfurtSeptember 2, 2009 5:01:44 PM
Volkswagen has announced the production versions of the Polo, Golf and Passat BlueMotions will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Porsche Panamera, Cayenne to be axed in wake of VW takeoverSeptember 1, 2009 6:21:28 PM
While the models would likely survive until 2016, Ferdinand Piëch wants Porsche to focus on sports cars instead of doing a little bit of everything.
Next Generation 2011 VW Jetta Prototype Spied in American SouthwestAugust 31, 2009 8:04:08 PM
A next-generation Volkswagen Jetta prototype was spied undergoing summer testing in the US. First official public appearance could be Detroit 2010.
VW to triple US sales by 2018 to 800,000 - strategy outlinedAugust 27, 2009 5:40:32 PM
German automaker will also add more models to its North American lineup and create new products that are more directly suited to the market.
VW Polo 3-door Initial Details and Photos Revealed - Prior to Frankfurt DebutAugust 26, 2009 12:51:16 PM
In 2010, VW will launch the Polo BlueMotion which consumes just 3.3 liters of diesel per 100 km.
New 2010 Volkswagen Saveiro pickup released for South AmericaAugust 24, 2009 11:26:47 PM
The new-generation Volkswagen Saveiro compact pickup has been announced for the South American market. The design is VW-fresh and the 1.6-litre engine can run on two fuel types.
Porsche HQ raided by prosecutors, Ex CEO Wiedeking faces investigationAugust 21, 2009 2:58:41 PM
The probe appears to focus on Porsche's failed attempt to seize control of Volkswagen, which caused VW shares to soar past 1,000 Euros each.
VW Merger could See Porsche Double Sales within 4 YearsAugust 20, 2009 10:52:49 PM
VW's CEO has told a German magazine that he can see Porsche selling around 150,000 cars every year from about 2013. Making this doubling in current sales possible would be the addition of new models, ...
New 2010 Volkswagen T5 Van facelift revealedAugust 19, 2009 2:41:35 PM
Volkswagen is giving the Transporter, Caravelle, Multivan and California a new lease on life through some engine tweaks, redesigned exteriors and extra interior comfort equipment.
VW Transporter Sportline Limited Edition X for UKAugust 17, 2009 4:29:45 PM
Under the hood, the special edition packs a 2.5-liter TDI engine with 174 PS.
2011 VW Touareg first interior spy photosAugust 17, 2009 2:59:45 PM
The new dash features four air vents, premium materials, and a "curvier" design.
Official: Volkswagen to Buy 42% of Porsche for €3.3 BillionAugust 14, 2009 2:36:33 PM
Porsche SE, the owners of Porsche AG have announced that a 42% stake in their company is to be sold to Volkswagen AG for €3.3 billion. A full merger is the ultimate goal but alternative plans are in p...
VW of America considering two new models - Phaeton returnsAugust 13, 2009 4:53:16 PM
New models would be a compact car, perhaps the Polo, built in Mexico and a new mid-sized sedan to be produced at a new $4 billion assembly plant VW will build in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
New VW, Porsche entity could be called Auto Union - Agreement on general sale terms metAugust 13, 2009 3:23:16 PM
Combined company would generate about 120 billion euros a year in sales. VW and Porsche have agreed on an outline agreement and questions of valuation have been resolved but the details still need to ...
2011 Next Generation VW Touareg hybrid spotted testing in American SouthwestAugust 11, 2009 3:37:53 PM
Touareg hybrid will come with a supercharged 3.0 liter V6 TSI engine with 333 hp and 440 Nm of torque coupled to an electric motor with an additional 52 hp and 300 Nm of pulling capacity.
Volkswagen Polo U.K. Pricing AnnouncedAugust 7, 2009 3:02:52 PM
Polo comes in four trim levels with pricing starting at £10,035 (11,800 euros) for the 1.2 Style model in S-trim. A range topping SEL(-trim) TDI sells for £14,910 (17,530 euros). GTI and BlueMotion Po...
Porsche CEO Wiedeking steps down - paving way for VWJuly 23, 2009 2:18:53 PM
Wendelin Wiedeking has officially stepped down as CEO of Porsche as part of a deal that will bring the sports car maker into the VW fold.
Tax implications threaten VW Porsche dealJuly 21, 2009 5:06:03 PM
The road to any marriage, especially one between Porsche and Volkswagen, is paved with sharp thorns. One such thorn is reportedly a possible tax liability of €3 billion which would most certainly kill...
Sportec SC 200 based on VW Golf VI 1.4 TSIJuly 20, 2009 9:11:13 PM
Sportec presents the SC 200, a 200hp hatch based on the Golf 1.4 TSI. It runs on Superplus fuel and can dispatch 0 - 100 in 8.2 seconds.
VW to buy Porsche for 8 billion euros - tables turnedJuly 20, 2009 2:59:55 PM
The nearly four year saga of Porsche vs Volkswagen may soon be over, with the sports car maker folding becoming VW's 10th auto brand.
RDX Racedesign Golf VI styling kitJuly 17, 2009 2:43:33 PM
The bold new body kit features a front spoiler extension, aggressive side skirts, and a modified rear skirt with a diffuser.
Golf VI GTI performance upgrades by MR Car DesignJuly 15, 2009 5:56:47 PM
German tuner MR Car Design presents this Golf VI GTI with 260hp and 380Nm of torque. It is said to go from 0 - 100km/h in 5.8 seconds and achieves a top end of 263km/h.
Next Gen 2011 VW Touareg first full body spy photos in American desertJuly 13, 2009 2:32:47 PM
Although little is known about the Touareg's new platform, it is expected to offer a more street oriented setup which should help to put the "sport" back into sport-utility.
